I have booked a private scan for 7 and half weeks because I am so worried. I have no reason to be this is the first time I have been pregnant but I'm so worried about everything I thought it would offer me a little bit of reassurance. However now I'm not sure as I am seeing mixed opinions on them. Has anyone had one at around 7 weeks and would u recommend it.thanks xx

Sat Jan 11, 2014 2:05 pm

jgibson61873

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Re: private scans. do I or dont I

We had one at 11 weeks due to 12 week hospital scan not being until I was nearly 13 weeks. It was amazing and by far the best thing we did. However at 7 weeks I have heard alot of people say that only a sack was visable as heart beat was far too small to detect. This might make it worse for you if they are unable to detect a heart beat yet. Maybe wait another two weeks? I know its awful waiting for the 12 werk scan, I was convinced they were going to tell me I was having an imaginary pregnancy! X

Sat Jan 11, 2014 4:04 pm

momma2b

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Re: private scans. do I or dont I

I had an early scan at 7+ 2......no previous pregnancies it had just take a long time and I didn't believe it. My little bean was there looking like a little roast chicken with a heart beat. I would personally recommend it, it made it feel so much more real and have me peace of mind. I am now 37 weeks and very nearly ready to pop xx

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Sat Jan 11, 2014 4:36 pm

groovy2538

Joined: Thu Aug 08, 2013 10:34 pmPosts: 0

Re: private scans. do I or dont I

I had two early scans in diff pregnancies at anout 9 weeks both with sad outcomes thoihh I have had an early scan and everythimg was ok xxx

Sat Jan 11, 2014 4:59 pm

emmaj84

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Re: private scans. do I or dont I

I had an early scan at 7 weeks. Couldn't really see much but the heartbeat fluttering away was reassuring. It's a personal thing so go with what your heart tells you x

Sat Jan 11, 2014 5:22 pm

kazza18

Joined: Mon Dec 30, 2013 10:10 amPosts: 0

Re: private scans. do I or dont I

It's so tricky Part of me really wants to for peace of mind and I have paid a deposit now. I waste 70 pound when I use to go out for the night. Midwife told me my nhs scan wont be until end of feb/beginning of march. That feels like forever especially to have false hope if something was wrong xx

Sat Jan 11, 2014 6:58 pm

momma2b

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Re: private scans. do I or dont I

It's totally your decision...the way I saw it was that if something was wrong I would fine out sooner or later anyway but to know there really was a baby in there for me was total peace of mind as I was in massive disbelief. Like the other posters said you just got to be prepared that your dates may be wrong in which case there may not be much visible if you are earlier than you think. When I went to mine I had worked out I was 9+2 but they put me two weeks back which was frustrating but at least we could be assured that all was well. Letus know how it goes if you decide to go. Best wishes x

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Sat Jan 11, 2014 7:03 pm

livvy2011

Joined: Mon Dec 16, 2013 10:36 amPosts: 0

Re: private scans. do I or dont I

I had an early scan and even though we didn't see much I still loved it. It made it so real for me seeing my little kidney bean on the screen. I would do it again. Do whatever is best for you xx xx

Sat Jan 11, 2014 7:39 pm

missdarcy

Joined: Sat Feb 02, 2013 8:37 pmPosts: 0

Re: private scans. do I or dont I

I had a private scan at 18wks and found out baby's scan I would say its worth every penny but personal preference if and at what stage of pregnancy you choose to have it. I'm 38wks now with my 2nd baby expecting a boy my daughter can't wait! Good luck to you all xx

Mon Jan 13, 2014 4:15 pm

icedbaileys

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Re: private scans. do I or dont I

If you have paid the deposit you will use it either way if you do it now or wait a while. It will look like a bean but if it makes you happy go for it.

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Tue Jan 14, 2014 5:13 pm

kelpatchitt

Joined: Tue Jan 14, 2014 8:10 pmPosts: 0

Re: private scans. do I or dont I

How much are early scans and how do u go about getting one , I was pregnant in June and went for my 12week scan to find out there wasn't a heartbeat I am now about 4-5 weeks pregnant but really worried so wud like an early scan so I no everything is ok c

Wed Jan 15, 2014 6:59 pm

kelpatchitt

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Re: private scans. do I or dont I

livvy2011 wrote:

I had an early scan and even though we didn't see much I still loved it. It made it so real for me seeing my little kidney bean on the screen. I would do it again. Do whatever is best for you xx xx

How much are they and how do u get one

Wed Jan 15, 2014 7:00 pm

momma2b

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Re: private scans. do I or dont I

You have to search in your area for any private clinics who may do them. I am in the midlands and had one at 7 weeks in Birmingham, think it was about £80 and the clinic is called MUMS. If you can't search online maybe your hospital may know of someone near you that they could suggest. I think unfortunately that not all areas have them x

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Wed Jan 15, 2014 7:13 pm

kazza18

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Re: private scans. do I or dont I

I've decided to go. It'll be tomorrow morning. Im so excited but so nervous aswel xx

Fri Jan 17, 2014 11:50 am

jgibson61873

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Re: private scans. do I or dont I

Mine was through ultrasound direct.com they are also know as babybond, have clinics in lots of areas, we had to travel just over an hour but was worth it. Cost £100